In “Diaz Elects a governor” the mentioning of the caudillos and the cientificos is further elaborated, as well as what might have led to the Mexican Revolution. Womack, the author of this article, makes the following remark: “The Mexican Revolution happened because the high politicians of the country openly failed to agree on who should rule when President Porfirio Diaz died” (10). Answer the following three parts.
1. Do you agree or disagree with Womack’s remark? Elaborate your answer with the help of the first readings and your own logic.
2. In your opinion, what do you think led to the Mexican Revolution? Mention one reason and briefly explain it.
3. Mention one sentence or word from this reading that either caught your attention or puzzled you.
NB: Please number the essay as it it in the question.